1989 Ford Fiesta vs. 1995 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 605 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 605 (133 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 631 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Peugeot 605 (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Fiesta | 1995 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Fiesta | 605 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 133 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
